A 13-year-old client has a history of conduct disorder behaviors and a learning disability. The school psychologist suggests that the client's aggression is the result of witnessing violence at home
A nurse should identify which behavioral principle at work here?
A) Shaping
B) Modeling
C) Premack principle
D) Reciprocal inhibition
B
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After being exposed to a dose of more than 5000 rads of radiation during a terrorist bombing, the patient's skin will show what manifestation within a few days to months?
A) Erythema B) Recurring erythema C) Desquamation D) Necrosis
A mechanically ventilated client develops respiratory alkalosis while on the ventilator. The high-pressure alarm has sounded frequently for this client. The ICU nurse suspects which of the following?
1. The client is on assist control mode. 2. The client is on SIMV mode and the set rate is too low. 3. The client is on pressure support mode. 4. The client is on pressure-controlled setting.
A patient is admitted with a diagnosis of COPD and the health care provider orders BiPAP. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
a. Set the initial BiPAP settings at 4 to 8 cm H2O for inspiration and expiration. b. Draw arterial blood gas (ABG) levels after the first hour. c. Make sure the mask does not have quick-release straps. d. Set the initial BiPAP settings at 4 to 10 cm H2O for inspiration and at 10 to 15 cm H2O for expiration.
Which of the following nursing action provides the greatest assistance in healing?
A) Maintaining a restful environment B) Providing solid food in the first day C) Allowing family members to visit often D) Keeping the client recumbent